We Know, Based on Past History, That 72% of All

question 41

Multiple Choice

We know, based on past history, that 72% of all students who enter a particular university as freshmen will graduate in four years.If graduation rates and gender are independent, what proportion of female freshmen would we expect to graduate in four years?

• A) More than 72%
• B) Less than 72%
• C) Roughly 72%
• D) The percentage will depend on the proportion of female freshmen in the class.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people in which the desire for harmony or conformity results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Self-Censorship

The act of censoring or classifying one's own discourse, often out of fear of social, economic, or legal repercussions.

Vulnerability

The quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally.

Self-Serving Bias

The common tendency to attribute our successes to personal characteristics and our failures to factors beyond our control.